Broad Street PRESTEIGNE LD8 2AE

Godwyn House is an impressive Grade II Listed townhouse, occupying an enviable position on sought-after Broad Street in the historic border town of Presteigne. Situated in the heart of the Welsh Marches and surrounded by beautiful, unspoilt countryside, Presteigne is often referred to as the “Gateway to Wales”, offering a unique blend of heritage, culture and rural charm.

Formerly the county town of Radnorshire, Presteigne enjoys a thriving community atmosphere and is renowned for the internationally celebrated Presteigne Festival, attracting acclaimed musicians and composers from around the world. The town is also home to the award-winning The Judge's Lodging, one of Wales’ finest heritage attractions. A variety of independent shops, cafés, local businesses and community initiatives further enhance the appeal of this vibrant market town.

The nearby town of Knighton (approximately 7 miles) offers a railway station on the scenic Heart of Wales Line, with connections between Shrewsbury and Swansea. The larger market towns of Leominster (approximately 13 miles) and Ludlow (approximately 17 miles) provide an extensive range of shopping, leisure and everyday amenities.

Excellent educational opportunities are available locally, including both primary and secondary schooling, together with highly regarded independent schools such as Lucton School and Moor Park School within convenient reach.

The earliest recorded name for Presteigne is Presthemed in 1137-9, meaning 'the border meadow of the priests'. The Welsh name is Llanandras, first recorded in the second half of the 13th century, roughly translating to 'sacred enclosure of Andrew,' in reference to St Andrew’s church (roughly opposite Godwyn House) which stands next to the river crossing on the ancient Lugg Bridge, which still forms the border between England and Wales    

This area is believed to be the oldest part of Presteigne, with dwellings clustered around the bridge and church in the Saxon period, over some 1,000 years ago.    

Broad Street, on which Godwyn House stands, rises up from the Lugg Bridge to join the High Street, and boasts an eclectic variety of historic buildings, most based on ancient narrow burgage plots, running back from the street.    

A deed shows Godwyn House, named after the family that owned the plot in 1792, as “newly built” in 1815. It stands on two of the burgage plots, which run from Broad Street to Back Lane, with the evocatively named Ave Maria Lane to its side. The renowned Judge’s Lodging is a few properties away.    

Godwyn House is an elegant, genteel brick and stone residence, “newly built” in 1815, but stands on a much earlier site.     The rendered stone three storey, double fronted Grade II listed property sits halfway up Presteigne’s prestigious Broad Street and has a beautiful graduated stone slate roof. The elegant late Georgian façade has two pedimented bays with a matching pedimented front door hood, with steps up to the front door.   

There is also a magnificent chimney stack to the side on Ave Maria Lane.  Unusually for a townhouse it has the advantage of having a substantial two storey brick and stone outhouse with adjacent gardeners w.c.
   
The Listed status was awarded in 1986 due to its group value among the pretty historic properties of Broad Street. 

Godwyn House retains its typical Georgian layout of an elegant front door, opening onto a full length hallway,  off which opens the two main reception rooms and a kitchen behind with adjoining larder.  As you would expect from a Georgian house, all the rooms have great dimensions, with high ceilings.

 Services: Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage

 Heating: Gas central heating

 Tenure: We are informed that the property is freehold

 Local Authority: Powys County Council Tel: Council Tax Band F

Viewing Arrangements, Negotiations & Full Information from the sole agents:

DAVID PARRY & COMPANY  8 High Street Presteigne LD8 2BA

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